Why Do I Need a Casb
A Casb Ensures That a Business’ It Department Has Visibility into All Cloud Programs, Apps, Files, Data, and Users Anyone at the Business Is Employing. Having...
A CASB ensures that a business’ IT department has visibility into all cloud programs, apps, files, data, and users anyone at the business is employing. Having a CASB is important when it comes to reigning in shadow IT; currently, nearly 80 percent of employees admit to using personal mobile devices for work purposes.
What can a CASB do?
A CASB acts as a gatekeeper, allowing organizations to extend the reach of their security policies beyond their own infrastructure. CASBs typically offer the following: Firewalls to identify malware and prevent it from entering the enterprise network.
What do you look for in a CASB?
- Malware & Phishing Threat Protection.
- Account Management & Security.
- Data Security.
- Unsanctioned Cloud App Discovery.
- Impact on Network Performance.
- Affordability & Ease of Use.
- FERPA, COPPA, CSPC Certifications.
- Customer Support.
Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.
